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 STEPHEN R. DATZ BOOK COLLECTION (7 TITLES)
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Set includes The Buyers Guide: An Analysis of Selected US Postage Stamps; Stamp Collecting: Discover the Fun; Top Dollar Paid; Stamp Investing: The Guide to Profit in Stamps; The Wild Side: Philatelic Mischief, Murder and Intrigue; On the Road: The Quest for Stamps; and The Official Stamp Collectors Bible.
Readers' Note: The Official Stamp Collectors Bible and Stamp Collecting: Discover the Fun are only available in this set.
 LINN'S FUN & PROFIT IN STAMP COLLECTING
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A collection of stories by Herman (Pat) Herst, Jr. about the stamp market and how the prices of stamps have been affected by various events. Herst gives advice on collecting stamps, such as "There is no substitute for knowledge," "Beware of pitfalls," "Cash in on Fads," and "Dont be a slave to the catalog." The book was first published in 1962. This fifth edition, published by Linns in 1988, was the first revised edition.
 LINN'S FUN & PROFIT IN STAMP COLLECTING (HARDBOUND)
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A collection of stories by Herman (Pat) Herst, Jr. about the stamp market and how the prices of stamps have been affected by various events. Herst gives advice on collecting stamps, such as "There is no substitute for knowledge," "Beware of pitfalls," "Cash in on Fads," and "Dont be a slave to the catalog." The book was first published in 1962. This fifth edition, published by Linns in 1988, was the first revised edition.
 LINN'S PHILATELIC FORGERS: THEIR LIVES AND WORKS (HARDBOUND)
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The most comprehensive reference work on the men who faked stamps and the stamps they faked.
 LINN'S STAMP IDENTIFIER, 2ND EDITION
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The second edition of the popular Linns Stamp Identifier is now available. It has been thoroughly revised and updated with more than 500 new listings and stamp photographs, and has been given a user-friendly spiral binding. The up-to-date alphabetical listing of stamp inscriptions includes sections of Greek and Cyrillic inscriptions. Greek, Cyrillic and Hindi alphabets are found in the second section of the Identifier. The remaining 133 pages are devoted to illustrations of difficult-to-identify stamps that will aide the user in answering the age-old question, "What stamp is this?" [2004, 190 pages, b&w illustrations, lay-flat binding].
 LINN'S WORLD'S GREATEST STAMP COLLECTORS
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Stories about wealthy collectors who spent enormous sums of money on their collections. The Worlds Greatest Stamp Collectors is a completely revised and updated edition (1990) of a book that was released in 1981. Bierman, a lifelong collector himself, takes a probing, and often irreverent, look at the lives of 19 men and one woman who dominated the world of stamp collectors for over 100 years. More of the Worlds Greatest Stamp Collectors was an all-new book when Linns published it in 1991. It is devoted exclusively to a select group of U.S. stamp collectors and dealers from the 1890 to 1950 era.
 LINN'S WORLD'S GREATEST STAMP COLLECTORS HARDBOUND
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Stories about wealthy collectors who spent enormous sums of money on their collections. The Worlds Greatest Stamp Collectors is a completely revised and updated edition (1990) of a book that was released in 1981. Bierman, a lifelong collector himself, takes a probing, and often irreverent, look at the lives of 19 men and one woman who dominated the world of stamp collectors for over 100 years. More of the Worlds Greatest Stamp Collectors was an all-new book when Linns published it in 1991. It is devoted exclusively to a select group of U.S. stamp collectors and dealers from the 1890 to 1950 era.
 LINN'S MORE OF THE WORLD'S GREATEST STAMP COLLECTORS
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Stories about wealthy stamp collectors who spent enormous sums of money on their collections. Worlds Greatest Stamp Collectors is a completely revised and updated edition of a book originally released in 1981. More of the Worlds Greatest Stamp Collectors continues where the first volume left off. Two-volume set in a deluxe gold-stamped slipcase.
 LINN'S HANDBOOK SET
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Set of five books on various stamp-related topics. Set includes Classic United States Imperforate Stamps and United States Postage Stamps of 1869, both by Jon Rose; U.S. Postal History Sampler by Richard B. Graham; Introduction to the Stamps of Mexico by Dale Pulver; and Introduction to United States Revenue Stamps by Richard Friedberg.
 THE BUYERS GUIDE:AN ANALYSIS OF SELECTED U.S. POSTAGE STAMPS
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Stephen Datz has created an excellent reference for any collector actively purchasing premium quality U.S. stamps. He covers more than 600 important stamps providing a stamp-by-stamp analysis of premium characteristics; gum and hinging; centering and margins; color and freshness; faults and imperfections; warnings about fakes and problems; when to expertize; quantities NH vs. hinged; frequency at auction. Completely illustrated with b&w photos. [softbound, 2nd edition July 2000, 151 pages].
 STAMP COLLECTING: DISCOVER THE FUN
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Discover the fun of the most popular hobby in the world. Author Stephen Datz provides the beginning collector with a wealth of information in this new updated and revised edition. Topics include: Where to get stamps; choosing the right album and accessories; how to identify and mount stamps; topical and specialty collecting; using stamp catalogues; basics of condition and grading; online philately; the most famous collectors; comprehensive resource guide; glossary of philatelic terms. [softbound, 166 pages, b&w photos].
 TOP DOLLAR PAID: THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SELLING YOUR STAMPS
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Well-known philatelic author Stephen Datz has written an entertaining, revealing behind-the-scenes narrative about the real-life world of stamp dealing written by a dealer with decades of experience. Top Dollar Paid! is a must-read for anyone who buys, collects, or invests in postage stamps, as well as anyone thinking about selling a stamp collection. [softbound, 168 pages, b&w photos].
 STAMP INVESTING: THE GUIDE TO PROFIT IN STAMPS
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Noted philatelic author Stephen Datz has created the essential guide to profit in stamp investing. Covered subjects include: economics of the stamp market; basic strategies and tactics; speculative strategies; growth strategies; understanding technical analysis; spotting profit opportunities; how & when to buy right; how & when to sell; scams & ripoffs to avoid; condition and grading; protecting your investment. Datz also provides a resource guide. [softbound, 168 pages].
 THE WILD SIDE: PHILATELIC MISCHIEF, MURDER & INTRIGUE
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Noted philatelic writer Stephen Datz takes readers on an eye-opening journey into the side of stamp dealing that most have never heard about. Datz chronicles his first-hand encounters with philatelic con-men, crooks, and scammers. Meet a rogues gallery of shadowy characters, eccentrics and even murderers - all real people inhabiting the dark underside of philately. Absolutely spellbinding - you will not want to put the book down! [softbound, 166 pages].
 ON THE ROAD: THE QUEST FOR STAMPS
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Stephen Datz details true-life adventures chasing stamp deals all over the map from the desolate hinterlands of Wyoming and Montana to the bright lights of Las Vegas and New York. An amazing odyssey: fast times and big-dollar deals, wild goose chases and third-rate motels, blizzards and tornados, eccentric millionaires and desert rats. Action-packed and a great read. [softbound, 166 pages].
 LINN'S SLIPCASE + 2 LINN'S HARDBOUND BOOKS
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This is like getting a slipcase for free! Buy these 2 Linn's hardcover books and we will throw in the slipcase for free! This set includes:
LIN39H - LINN'S MORE WHO'S WHO ON U.S. STAMPS HARDBOUND.
LIN54H - LINN'S FDR: THE STAMP-COLLECTING PRESIDENT HARDBOUND.
LINWGSCH - LINN'S SLIPCASE MADE FOR 2 LINN'S HARDBOUND BOOKS.
Quantities are limited, so don't wait until they are gone!
 LINN'S SLIPCASE MADE FOR 2 LINN'S HARDBOUND BOOKS
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Slipcase for the Linn's World's Greatest Set (Hardbound editions).
 LINN'S STAMP COLLECTING MADE E-Z
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Now in its ninth edition, Linns Stamp Collecting Made Easy presents the basics of stamp collecting in pictures rather than words. The 96-page booklet is one of the stamp hobbys all-time best sellers with more than 390,000 copies in print. Through pictures, the reader learns the meaning of a coil, roulette, a pane, a cachet, a maximum card and much more. Since its inception, Linns Stamp Collecting Made Easy has proven to be a popular and useful outreach device for the stamp hobby.
 LINN'S COMPLETE STAMP COLLECTING BASICS
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Whether it is the thrill of the hunt, thoughts of exotic locales, or learning something new, stamp collecting can be an adventure filled with wonderful memories. Share this passion or explore new collecting interests in this easy-to-read, fully illustrated guide, Linns Complete Stamp Collecting Basics. Written by Scott Stamp Monthly editor Michael Baadke, this comprehensive book will help you start enjoying the stamp hobby and will serve as an essential reference for years to come.
Here are just a few of the subjects covered: Where to find the stamps you want for your collection; How to safely remove stamps from envelopes - and when to leave them on; How to store and display your stamps safely; How to identify your stamps and learn their value; Important facts to consider when buying collectible stamps; How to measure perforations and die cuts; and How to check for watermarks and tagging.
With a complete subject index and an extensive glossary that explains the most commonly used stamp hobby terminology, Linns Complete Stamp Collecting Basics is an all-in-one information source that every stamp collector will enjoy. [softbound, 392 pages, b&w illustrations].
 LINN'S GEMS 1
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This lavishly illustrated 174-page book tells you what makes a simple postage stamp a philatelic gem. Learn why these gems are rare, their current value, and how they are waiting to be discovered.
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 LINN'S GEMS 2
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Lavishly illustrated 168-page book tells you what makes a simple postage stamp a philatelic gem. Learn why these gems are rare, their current value, and how many are waiting to be discovered.
Now on Sale! Sale price applies to stock on hand. Limited quantity available.
 LINN'S GEMS 3
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Lavishly illustrated 167-page book tells you what makes a simple postage stamp a philatelic gem. Learn why these gems are rare, their current value, and how many are waiting to be discovered.
 LINN'S GEMS 4
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Lavishly illustrated 167-page book tells you what makes a simple postage stamp a philatelic gem. Learn why these gems are rare, their current value, and how many are waiting to be discovered.
Now on Sale! Sale price applies to stock on hand. Limited quantity available.
 LINN'S GEMS 4 HARDBOUND
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Lavishly illustrated 167-page book tells you what makes a simple postage stamp a philatelic gem. Learn why these gems are rare, their current value, and how many are waiting to be discovered.
Now on Sale! Sale price applies to stock on hand. Limited quantity available.
 LINN'S GEMS 5
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Lavishly illustrated 175-page book tells you what makes a simple postage stamp a philatelic gem. Learn why these gems are rare, their current value, and how many are waiting to be discovered.
Now on Sale! Sale price applies to stock on hand. Limited quantity available.
 LINN'S GEMS 5 HARDBOUND
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Lavishly illustrated 175-page book tells you what makes a simple postage stamp a philatelic gem. Learn why these gems are rare, their current value, and how many are waiting to be discovered.
Now on Sale! Sale price applies to stock on hand. Limited quantity available.
 LINNS GEMS 1-5 SET
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Set of five books about the most valuable stamps in the world. Each volume tells the tales of discovery behind these rarities. Philatelic Gems 4 and Philatelic Gems 5 include indices that list the stamps included in all previous Gems books.
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